Extended Titans
ARK: Survival Ascended has always been about pushing the limits of survival, and few creatures test your patience and resources quite like the Extinction Titans. These colossal war machines are awe-inspiring, but their upkeep is a logistical nightmare. That is where the Extended Titans mod steps in, offering a streamlined and highly customizable solution to keep your Titans fed, healthy, and ready for battle. This add-on introduces three unique items designed to alter the feeding mechanics of the three Extinction Titans, giving you unprecedented control without modifying the creatures themselves.
Why Your Titans Need This Mod
In the base game, keeping a Titan's food stat topped up is a constant grind. The Extended Titans mod directly addresses this pain point by providing two distinct feeding methods. Whether you are a solo player preparing for a boss fight or a server admin managing a tribe's war arsenal, this mod offers the flexibility you need. It is important to note that this mod makes no edits to the Titans themselves, meaning the core game rule still applies: you can only have one of each type active on a map at any given time. This ensures balance while removing the tedious food management.
The Titan Kibble: A Direct Solution
The first item, Titan Kibble, is a special kibble capable of restoring a Titan's food instantly. Unlike standard food, this kibble will only be consumed when force-fed, giving you precise control over when and how much your Titan eats. By default, it restores 150 food and costs 100 Element Dust to craft. This is your go-to solution for a quick top-up before a raid or when you notice the hunger bar dipping dangerously low. The efficiency of this kibble makes it a staple for any serious Titan handler.
The Permanent Titan Infuser: Set and Forget
For those who prefer a hands-off approach, the Permanent Titan Infuser is a game-changer. This device, costing just 1 Element to craft, provides a permanent buff to your Titan. Once applied, the Titan's food is restored to 100% approximately every 60 seconds. You might notice the food drop by a point or two between pulses, but that is entirely expected. This allows you to focus on other aspects of your base or exploration without worrying about your Titan starving. However, be aware that the infuser buff must be reapplied if the Titan is cryopodded or transferred to a new server.
The Permanent Titan Remover: Reverting the Buff
Flexibility is key in ARK, and the Permanent Titan Remover ensures you are never locked into a decision. This simple item, costing just 1 Stone to craft, removes the permanent Titan buff, allowing the creature to starve as usual. This is perfect for server admins who want to reset a Titan or for players who no longer need the permanent feeding and want to revert to standard mechanics. It provides a clean, simple way to manage the mod's effects.
Customization and Balance at Your Fingertips
One of the standout features of Extended Titans for ARK: Survival Ascended is the deep level of customization available through its INI settings. You are not stuck with the default values; you can tweak everything to suit your server's difficulty or your personal playstyle. The mod provides engram entries and primal items that allow you to edit the balance of the items added. For example, you can hide the engram for the permanent infuser to make it an Admin-only item, or you can make the kibble significantly more expensive to craft.
Here are the primary INI settings you can adjust:
- KibbleFoodAmount - Defines how much food one kibble restores (Default: 150.0).
- KibbleHealthAmount - Defines how much health one kibble restores (Default: 150.0).
- BuffRestoreHealthAmount - Defines how much health is restored every second when a Titan has the permanent infuser buff (Default: 0.0).
By default, all items unlock at level 102, but you can adjust this to fit your progression curve. This level of control ensures that the mod scales perfectly with your server's economy and challenge level.
Installation and Compatibility
Getting started with this mod is straightforward. To download Extended Titans, simply navigate to the Steam Workshop page for ARK: Survival Ascended and subscribe to the mod. The mod is designed to work seamlessly with the current versions of ARK: Survival Ascended, ensuring you can jump right in without compatibility headaches. If you are managing a dedicated server, you will need to add the mod ID to your server's mod list. For those using the foxygame.net launcher, the process is even smoother; the launcher's integrated add-on catalog lets you locate and install Extended Titans with a single click, and it automatically handles version compatibility checks to prevent crashes. This makes it incredibly easy to get the mod running for you and your friends.
How to Install on Your Server
For server administrators, understanding how to install the mod correctly is crucial. After subscribing on the Steam Workshop, you must ensure the mod is enabled in your server's configuration. Once active, all the items and engrams will be available to players. The mod is lightweight and does not interfere with other mods, making it a safe addition to any modded server setup. It works well alongside other quality-of-life mods, allowing you to create a customized ARK experience without performance issues.
Final Thoughts on Extended Titans
In the world of ARK, managing the colossal Titans has always been a burden. Extended Titans lifts that burden entirely, transforming a tedious chore into a simple, automated process. The combination of the quick-acting kibble and the hands-free infuser covers every scenario, while the remover item ensures you retain full control. With its robust INI customization, this mod is an essential tool for anyone who regularly uses Titans. It is a must-have for solo players, tribes, and server admins alike, ensuring your war machines are always ready for the next battle. Say goodbye to the constant fear of your Titan starving and hello to a more streamlined, enjoyable ARK experience.